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R86 SOY

1997 Yamaha Vmax

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,762 mi
Last recorded39,762 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Vmax20,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 SOY
MakeYamaha
ModelVmax
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 39,762 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 39,710 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 39,666 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 39,466 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 39,201 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 38,316 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,973 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 37,620 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 37,055 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2013 35,838 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 33,449 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 29,657 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 25,360 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 42,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2007 38,200 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 33,744 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Vmax?

Based on 5,864 MOT tests across 740 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
500
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
740
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 16
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R86 SOY is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Vmax models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 20,208 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Vmax fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R86 SOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Vmax typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Vmax is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R86 SOY registered?

R86 SOY is a 1997 Yamaha Vmax, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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